Moose, elk, bears, and beautiful golden aspens will ignite western Wyoming during this wildlife and landscape blended workshop.
Monday, September 27th - Sunday, October 3rd, 2027
$4295
Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks offer the best display for wildlife photography in all of the United States, and timing this workshop with the peak fall color will allow you to capture stunning scenes. In this wildlife/landscape blended workshop, we'll be shooting big game animals (moose, bears, and bison) as well as landscape photos in both Grand Teton and Yellowstone. Transportation is included for the entire trip from the Jackson, Wyoming, airport. Single-occupancy lodging is also included in the cost, but if you'd prefer to book campsites or your own lodging, you can receive $1200 off the workshop's total cost by contacting me.
Moose, elk, bears, and beautiful golden aspens will ignite western Wyoming during this wildlife and landscape blended workshop.
Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks offer the best display for wildlife photography in all of the United States, and timing this workshop with the peak fall color will allow you to capture stunning scenes. In this wildlife/landscape blended workshop, we'll be shooting big game animals (moose, bears, and bison) as well as landscape photos in both Grand Teton and Yellowstone. Transportation is included for the entire trip from the Jackson, Wyoming, airport. Single-occupancy lodging is also included in the cost, but if you'd prefer to book campsites or your own lodging, you can receive $1200 off the workshop's total cost by contacting me.
SCHEDULE
Please arrive at the Jackson, Wyoming, airport no later than 3 pm. We'll ride down and check in to our hotel before heading out to photograph moose with a stunning mountain backdrop.
We'll be up early again in pursuit of moose or elk in the rut, or possibly even bears if the opportunity arises. Depending on the weather conditions, we may opt for a quick landscape shoot at sunrise and then look for wildlife afterward, or we may go straight out for wildlife. We'll return to our hotel in the afternoon before heading out again in the evening.
We'll be up early again in pursuit of moose or elk in the rut, or possibly even bears if the opportunity arises. Depending on the weather conditions, we may opt for a quick landscape shoot at sunrise and then look for wildlife afterward, or we may go straight out for wildlife. We'll return to our hotel in the afternoon before heading out again in the evening.
We will be out early to look for wildlife, then make the drive through Yellowstone National Park to our next hotel in Gardiner, Montana. After checking in, we'll head out again in the evening, looking for wildlife or shooting some of Yellowstone's iconic landscapes.
We'll be out early, likely looking for elk in the rut. North Yellowstone is a fantastic place to find these elk, which are hyperactive during the rut, perfect for photography. We'll shoot until the light isn't good and then return to our hotel for the afternoon before heading out again in the evening.
We'll be out early, likely looking for elk in the rut. North Yellowstone is a fantastic place to find these elk, which are hyperactive during the rut, perfect for photography. We'll shoot until the light isn't good and then return to our hotel for the afternoon before heading out again in the evening.
We'll drive through the park early, grabbing any last wildlife opportunities we see before heading back to the Jackson, Wyoming, airport. Please book a flight after 3 pm to ensure we have enough time to get you back to the airport for an on-time departure.
SCHEDULE
We'll meet around 4PM at our house in Hanksville, Utah. After a brief introduction, we'll head out into the field to shoot during golden hour and sunset.
We'll be up early to shoot sunrise, followed by the first editing session back at the house. You'll get the afternoon to join the editing session, relax, and prepare for another evening shoot. Again, we'll shoot golden hour and sunset before returning to the house.
We'll be up early to shoot sunrise, followed by the first editing session back at the house. You'll get the afternoon to join the editing session, relax, and prepare for another evening shoot. Again, we'll shoot golden hour and sunset before returning to the house.
We'll shoot sunrise out of Hanksville, and then proceed to drive into Escalante to check in to our second accommodation in the afternoon. We'll spend the evening shooting in the Escalante area.
Depending on how the group is feeling, we may opt for a longer slot canyon hike on this day. If not, we will shoot sunrise, followed by an editing session. We will also shoot a sunset somewhere in the Escalante area.
The morning will either consist of a sunrise shoot or an editing session. We'll part ways between 10-11am.
What's Included
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Lodging. Single occupancy lodging in West Yellowstone, Idaho, and Gardiner, Montana, is included at a local hotel. If you'd like to book your workshop without lodging, please contact me, and you'll receive a $1,200 discount.
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Transportation. Round-trip transportation is included from the Jackson, Wyoming, airport. Please arrive no later than 3 pm on the 27th, and plan to fly out anytime after 3 pm on the 3rd. If you fly into the airport, you don't need a rental car for this workshop.
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Guiding. As an expert who frequently travels in this area, I will share my knowledge of locations and take you to places where I believe the weather conditions are most favorable for photography.
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Post-Processing Sessions. We will spend some of our afternoons editing our photos. I'll teach you as much as you can absorb in a week.
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Instruction. I will instruct the group as a whole, but there will be plenty of one-on-one time during both field and classroom sessions.
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Lifetime access to my exclusive alumni Facebook group. Here, you can receive weekly image critiques from Austin and talk to other alumni.
What's Not Included
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Meals. Meals are not included. It is the responsibility of you, the participant, to bring all necessary snacks and meals.
PRICE
The total price of this workshop is $4295. $1000 is due at registration to hold your spot. This deposit is fully refundable up to 90 days before the workshop start date. You will not be eligible for a refund if you do not cancel at least 90 days before the workshop. The remaining balance of $3295 must be paid no later than 30 days before the first day of the workshop. Otherwise, you risk losing your spot.
Austin James Jackson LLC is not responsible for your transportation to and from each location.
TRIP AND GEAR INSURANCE
Both trip and gear insurance are highly recommended for any of my workshops. One simple fall or big wave and all of your camera gear may be ruined. As a reminder, Austin James Jackson LLC takes no responsibility for the wellbeing of your gear and will not cover any damages or losses.
Trip insurance is recommended by chance that something comes up and you cannot make the workshop. Because of the nature of being a small business, Austin James Jackson LLC does not offer refunds (within 90 days prior to the workshop).
WHAT TO BRING
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DSLR/Mirrorless Camera
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Tripod (the sturdier, the better)
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Lenses covering a wide range of focal lengths (600mm recommended)
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Proper clothing (rain jacket, warm clothes, hiking boots)
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Laptop with Adobe Photoshop and Lightroom installed
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Camera batteries, chargers, extra memory cards
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A good attitude and willingness to learn!
Group size: Up to 6 Students
I limit my group size to 6 students so that I can spend as much time as needed working with each student individually. This workshop is open to all skill levels, so I expect that each student will need help directly catered to them, and most instruction will be individual rather than group. This allows me to successfully teach beginners, intermediates, and aspiring pros all in the same workshop!
All Skill Levels
Whether you just picked up your first camera or you've been shooting for 50 years, this workshop will help you sharpen your photography skills. Class size is kept small so that each participant gets plenty of attention and personalized assistance to help them improve their own skills.
Adventure Seekers
This workshop features many locations that you wouldn't be able to find with a Google search. Austin has scouted these areas for years and will do everything he can to put you in the right spots at the right time. While we will be visiting a few spots you may have heard of, expect many of the locations we visit to be ones you haven't ever seen photos of.
Intermediate Fitness Level
This workshop involves some hiking, but never more than 3 miles round trip at one time. Hiking is often on uneven terrain, similar to walking off-trail in the woods or through sagebrush. Participants should be capable of hiking up to six miles per day. If you have concerns about your fitness level, please contact me.
WHO IS THIS WORKSHOP FOR?
ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Austin James Jackson is a professional photographer based in Southern Utah. Austin has been shooting photos for over 10 years and has spent the last 6 years helping his clients become better photographers.
I take my job as your workshop guide very seriously. I am certified in Wilderness First Aid, ensuring that you will be in good hands in the rare event of an accident. It is my goal as an instructor to ensure that you leave my workshop not only with some great photos but also as a better photographer. The group size in my workshops is kept small so that I can work hands-on with you and ensure that you leave with a variety of new skills.
My photo workshops are run a bit differently than many traditional workshops. Unlike many workshops, where you are brought to a location, and told exactly how to frame your photo and exactly the settings to use, I let you, the photographer, find the shot that makes your heart sing. I'll bring you to great locations and then assist you in finding a composition that works for you. Then, I work directly with you to help dial in your composition, ultimately allowing you to shoot your photo instead of shooting mine. Throughout the process, I'll always be by your side to help with any questions and give you my feedback to help you become a better photographer.
I can't wait to work with you!
Austin James Jackson
ABOUT YOUR INSTRUCTOR
Austin James Jackson is a professional photographer based in Southern Utah. Austin has been shooting photos for over 10 years and has spent the last 6 years helping his clients become better photographers.
I take my job as your workshop guide very seriously. I am certified in Wilderness First Aid, ensuring that you will be in good hands in the rare event of an accident. It is my goal as an instructor to ensure that you leave my workshop not only with some great photos but also as a better photographer. The group size in my workshops is kept small so that I can work hands-on with you and ensure that you leave with a variety of new skills.
My photo workshops are run a bit differently than many traditional workshops. Unlike many workshops, where you are brought to a location, and told exactly how to frame your photo and exactly the settings to use, I let you, the photographer, find the shot that makes your heart sing. I'll bring you to great locations and then assist you in finding a composition that works for you. Then, I work directly with you to help dial in your composition, ultimately allowing you to shoot your photo instead of shooting mine. Throughout the process, I'll always be by your side to help with any questions and give you my feedback to help you become a better photographer.
I can't wait to work with you!
Austin James Jackson
Testimonials
Derek H.
This was my first time attending a photography workshop and will not be my last. Austin is amazing when it comes to communicating what to expect, patient with instruction of 5 individuals, and scouting the best locations in the area. The price was the first thing to draw me to this workshop in Utah. But after experiencing this trip for myself, its value to me is substantially more than what it was priced at.
Austin really took the time to make sure everyone was getting the most out of their time spent there. Whether it was on location shooting or in the house editing. Austin was absolutely present with each person to make sure questions were being answered and techniques were being applied. He gave us all the space to get the shot we wanted, not one he chose for us. This was where I was most impressed. I seen Austin many times run up sandy hills or up and down steep rocks just to make sure everyone was getting time with him. He never neglected anyone. He made us all feel like we were on the same level, no matter our skill level.
In the end, we all went our separate ways feeling accomplished and more confident than we had arrived. Austin made sure we left with at least two images that we felt great about how the post edit came out. To conclude, book now if you can!
FAQ's
Austin's workshops are kept as small groups, which gives plenty of individual time to work with each student. By having small workshop sizes, it allows for any kind of photographer, from brand new, intermediate, or even semi-professional photographers to find success and improve their photography.
Transportation is included, please fly in and out of Jackson, Wyoming.
Yes, because the workshop size is very small, you'll get plenty of individual attention to help you learn about photography.
In addition to being guided to the best locations, you'll also learn a lot on the workshop. Even experienced photographers will pick up a lot of information that will help you create better photos.
Hikes are typically short, but we will oftentimes be walking across bumpy meadows and around bushes or in trees when photographing moose and elk.
Anyone shooting photos must be registered for the workshop. Some workshops, you may be able to bring a guest with you, but please contact Austin ahead of time.
If you wish to utilize the included transportation, please fly into the Jackson, Wyoming, airport no later than 3pm on September 27th and depart after 3 pm on October 3rd.
A full refund is offered up to 90 days in advance of the workshop. After 90 days, your deposit can't be refunded unless your spot is filled prior to the workshop start date.
FAQ's
Austin's workshops are limited to just 5 students, which gives plenty of individual time to work with each student. By having small workshop sizes, it allows for any kind of photographer, from brand new, intermediate, or even semi-professional photographers to find success and improve their photography.
Yes, because the workshop size is very small, you'll get plenty of individual attention to help you learn about photography.
In addition to being guided to the best locations, you'll also learn a lot on the workshop. Even experienced photographers will pick up a lot of information that will help you create better photos.
Hikes are typically short, but we will oftentimes be walking across bumpy meadows and around bushes or in trees when photographing moose and elk.
Anyone shooting photos must be registered for the workshop. Some workshops, you may be able to bring a guest with you, but please contact Austin ahead of time.
If you wish to utilize the included transportation, please fly into the Jackson, Wyoming, airport no later than 3 pm on September 27th and depart after 3 pm on October 3rd.
A full refund is offered up to 90 days in advance of the workshop. After 90 days, your deposit can't be refunded unless your spot is filled prior to the workshop start date.
Testimonials
Derek H.
This was my first time attending a photography workshop and will not be my last. Austin is amazing when it comes to communicating what to expect, patient with instruction of 5 individuals, and scouting the best locations in the area. The price was the first thing to draw me to this workshop in Utah. But after experiencing this trip for myself, its value to me is substantially more than what it was priced at.
Austin really took the time to make sure everyone was getting the most out of their time spent there. Whether it was on location shooting or in the house editing. Austin was absolutely present with each person to make sure questions were being answered and techniques were being applied. He gave us all the space to get the shot we wanted, not one he chose for us. This was where I was most impressed. I seen Austin many times run up sandy hills or up and down steep rocks just to make sure everyone was getting time with him. He never neglected anyone. He made us all feel like we were on the same level, no matter our skill level.
In the end, we all went our separate ways feeling accomplished and more confident than we had arrived. Austin made sure we left with at least two images that we felt great about how the post edit came out. To conclude, book now if you can!